2002 Opel Astra Coupe front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake


Bleed valve	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Brake hose	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Brake line	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


Pivot arm with integral brake caliper mounting support	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Otherwise	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper mounting support	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


Pivot arm with integral brake caliper mounting support	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Otherwise	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_morePressure line at steering gear

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR engines


Manufacturer Delphi	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
TRW	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines


Manufacturer Delphi	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
TRW	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Manufacturer Delphi	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
TRW	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreReturn line to steering gear

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR engines


Manufacturer Delphi	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
TRW	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines


Manufacturer Delphi	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
TRW	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Manufacturer Delphi	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
TRW	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


First stage	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Use new screws or nuts
Second stage	45°45°45°
Third stage	15°15°15°


Track rod end on stub axle	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut

expand_moreAll Opel diesel straight-4 2.2 L Y 22 DTR engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreThird stage


First step	45°45°45°
Second step	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 1.6 L Z 16 XEP engines


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m

expand_moreThird stage


First step	45°45°45°
Second step	15°15°15°

expand_moreAll Opel gasoline straight-4 2.2 L Z 22 SE engines


On chassis	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreAll other modifications


On chassis	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreSecond stage


First step	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second step	45°45°45°
Third step	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	80°80°80°


Front axle stabiliser mounting	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreTransverse control arm


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage	75°75°75°
Important! Do not tighten the transverse control arm screws until the vehicle is on the ground.
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreCentral nuts


First stage	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Fourth stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Second stage	30°30°30°
Third stage	15°15°15°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2002 Opel Astra Coupe user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Opel warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2002 Opel Astra Coupe generations

In 2002 Opel offered 2 generations of the Astra Coupe. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

G facelift

T Platform (T-body, GM2700, GM3000) 1979-2012

2002 Opel Astra Coupe G Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2002 Opel Astra Coupe generations

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